Dubai skyline with the Burj Khalifa

Hop on hop off Dubai

Dubai is huge and built for cars. The sightseeing bus links Old Dubai, Downtown and the Marina, with air conditioning on the lower deck.

Photo: Tim Reckmann from Hamm, Deutschland, CC BY 2.0

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Routes link Old Dubai (the Creek, gold and spice souks), Downtown with Dubai Mall and the Burj Khalifa, then Jumeirah and the Marina. A night tour shows the lit-up skyline.

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Heat: from June to September ride in the morning or take the evening tour, and stay on the air-conditioned deck at midday.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the hop on hop off bus worth it in Dubai?

Yes. The sights are far apart and the city isn't walkable, so the bus saves taxi rides between Old Dubai, Downtown and the Marina.

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